Appointed Person - Lifting Operations

ENGAGEMENT TYPE:

Part-time / Consultancy

ESTIMATED COMMITMENT:

Approximately 1–2 days per fortnight

REPORTING TO:

Construction / Site Management Team

LOCATION:

Multiple sites across Kent, Surrey and East Sussex

We are seeking a competent and experienced Appointed Person (AP) to support our construction and infrastructure projects on a rotational basis. This is not a full-time role, but a specialist function focused on reviewing, maintaining and updating lifting plans across multiple live sites.

The majority of lifting operations are routine excavator-based lifts, forming approximately 90% of lifting activities. While these lifts are generally straightforward, the role requires sound judgement, a strong understanding of excavator lifting capacities, and the ability to assess site-specific constraints and conditions.

The successful individual will act as the single Appointed Person across all sites, ensuring consistency, compliance and best practice in lifting operations.

• Act as the Appointed Person in accordance with LOLER and BS 7121
• Review existing lifting plans across all sites and amend where required
• Produce and update lifting plans for routine excavator lifting operations
• Ensure lifting plans are suitable, sufficient and reflective of:
• Excavator lifting capacities
• Ground conditions and site constraints
• Load characteristics and lift frequency
• Carry out periodic site visits (typically 1–2 times per fortnight) to:
• Review lifting operations
• Confirm lifting plans remain valid
• Address changes in site conditions or methodology
• Liaise with Site Managers, Supervisors and Operators to ensure:
• Lifting plans are understood and followed
• Any changes to lifting arrangements are properly assessed
• Provide professional advice on lifting-related matters as required
• Maintain clear and auditable documentation for lifting operations

The role will cover 9 sites, with the expectation of visiting 3 - 4 sites per day where practicable across Kent, Surrey and Sussex

• Recognised Appointed Person (Lifting Operations) qualification
• Strong working knowledge of LOLER, PUWER and BS 7121
• Proven experience preparing and reviewing lifting plans
• Solid understanding of excavator lifting duties and capacity charts
• Ability to assess ground conditions and site-specific lifting risks
• Competent in managing routine, repetitive lifting operations
• Ability to work independently across multiple sites
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel

• Experience working across multiple live construction sites
• Background in civil engineering, groundworks or enabling works
• Familiarity with environmental or infrastructure projects

• Estimated 1–2 days per fortnight, subject to project needs and changes
• Flexible working pattern agreed in advance
• Travel between sites required; mileage/travel arrangements to be agreed
• Role offered on a day-rate or consultancy basis, subject to agreement

This role would suit an experienced Appointed Person seeking:

• A flexible, part-time or consultancy position
• Low-complexity but responsibility-driven lifting operations
• A consistent portfolio of sites rather than ad-hoc appointments